Technology

Virtual reality (VR) is a technology that creates a simulated and immersive environment through the use of computer graphics, sensors, and other hardware components. The goal of VR is to create a realistic and believable experience that can trick the user's senses into thinking they are in a different place. In recent years, VR...

Businesses face a multitude of potential crises that can significantly impact their operations, reputation, and financial stability. From natural disasters to cyberattacks, the threats are many and varied, and the stakes are high. The key to successfully managing a crisis lies in how quickly and effectively an organization can respond to the situation.  One...

The military has always been at the forefront of using technology to improve training and readiness, and the use of virtual battlefields is just the latest example. Virtual battlefields are computer simulations that allow soldiers to train in an immersive environment that mimics real-life combat situations.  The technology involves the use of virtual reality...

Contributors: Brent Osborne, Andrea Pressnell & Rachel Bryars Extended Reality (XR) is making a major buzz in the training world due to its ability to slash time and costs associated with training needs while improving learning outcomes. For example, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University reduced the length of time before a student could fly “solo”...

Today, militaries around the world are tasked with addressing ever-evolving, complex threats. Keeping up with the latest technology can help the armed forces improve their effectiveness and better address the world around us. In fact, the military has been one of the first sectors to implement virtual reality (VR) technology across its branches. Simulation-based...